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MIT's Random Acts of Kindness week was conceived of by juniors Bettina Arkhurst (pictured) and Cory Johnson.

Featured video: Random acts of kindness

For RAK Week, community members dole out free hugs, snacks, and other kind acts.

March 7, 2017

"This initiative is something that is right at the heart of what MIT stands for," said Professor Thomas Kochan, moderator for the launch event of a new project known as Mens et Manus America. "We believe in solving important problems, contributing collectively wherever we can."

Mens et Manus America initiative launches with documentary event

Over 200 students and faculty attend kickoff as SHASS and Sloan begin an exploration of current U.S. social, political, economic challenges.

March 3, 2017

Minifigures of five NASA pioneers — from left to right, Margaret Hamilton, Katherine Johnson, Sally Ride, Nancy Grace Roman, and Mae Jemison — will appear in an official LEGO set originally designed by MIT staff member Maia Weinstock.

Women of NASA LEGO set blasts off

MIT staffer’s creation celebrating the history of women in the U.S. space program selected to become official LEGO set.

March 2, 2017

The Eastgate and Warehouse graduate communities.

Eastgate, Warehouse graduate communities seek new heads of house

Faculty are invited to learn more at an informational reception on March 8.

February 28, 2017

Lisa Su, president and CEO of Advanced Micro Devices and an MIT alumna in electrical engineering and computer science, will deliver remarks at the 2017 Investiture of Doctoral Hoods.

Lisa Su, Advanced Micro Devices president and CEO, to speak at 2017 Investiture of Doctoral Hoods

EECS alumna and industry leader returns to campus for the June 8 ceremony.

February 28, 2017

Building 7 Block Party participants explore the Wolk Gallery, as seen from Rotch Library.

Hundreds turn out for first “Building 7 Block Party”

Gallery Walk showcases exhibitions in art, architecture, and design.

February 27, 2017

Suzy Nelson, vice president and dean for student life

3Q: Suzy Nelson on protections for transgender students at MIT

The Institute’s nondiscrimination policies will continue to offer vital protections for MIT’s transgender community, says the vice president and dean for student life.

February 27, 2017

"In theater, we imagine the impossible and try to make that possible," says Charlotte Brathwaite, an MIT assistant professor of theater arts, and an independent director of classical and unconventional texts, operas, dance, multimedia and site-specific installations, and concerts. "We not only imagine, but create the world as we think the world should be."

The world as we think the world should be

Assistant Professor Charlotte Brathwaite believes theater brings people together in a positive way.

February 17, 2017

Aprille Joy Ericsson, an alumna of MIT’s AeroAstro program and a mission manager at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, delivered the keynote speech.

“Discrimination affects us all”

Celebration of MLK features NASA mission manager Aprille Joy Ericsson ’86.

February 16, 2017

MIT and 16 others file amicus brief concerning executive order restricting travel to US

Universities argue that the ability to welcome students and scholars from all countries is critical to their educational missions.

February 15, 2017

"Dedicated, smart people [can] contribute so much to our nation, but also to making the world a better place."

Featured video: Tackling science and technology together

MIT faculty reflect on why international collaboration benefits science, engineering, and technology for all.

February 13, 2017

Katie Rae has been named The Engine's president and CEO and managing partner of its first investment fund.

The Engine names startup and investing veteran Katie Rae as president and CEO

MIT’s new startup accelerator also announces its Board of Directors and Investment Advisory Committee.

February 13, 2017

Authors@MIT events will take place at the MIT Press Bookstore and other area venues.

MIT Press Bookstore launches new author series

Authors@MIT series features speakers on the cutting edge of timely topics.

February 10, 2017

Libraries foster intellectual communities.

Is the library the new public square?

The Future of the Libraries Task Force seeks feedback on 10 recommendations including global library services and preserving more of MIT’s intellectual work.

February 9, 2017

Plants for the people

A new event series is bringing greenery to campus in partnership with the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.